The successful candidate will be responsible for advanced courses directed toward upper-level students in Music. In addition to the primary field of expertise, subspecialties (such as contemporary music production/industry or musical theater) are warmly encouraged. The candidate will also be responsible for introductory courses, aimed at the general student population, in African and/or African-Diasporic musics. The successful candidate will be strongly encouraged to work closely with other academic departments and programs at Fordham (such as African and African American Studies, American Studies, Communication and Media Studies), and to integrate NYC-area cultural institutions into their teaching.
Qualifications: PhD in Ethnomusicology or Musicology
Application Instructions: Review of applications will begin on Friday, 2 October 2026. Candidates should submit via Interfolio [https://apply.interfolio.com/192150]:
- A Letter of Application (describing the candidate’s research and pedagogical program),
- A Curriculum Vitae,
- Three (3) letters of reference,
- A writing sample (article, book chapter, or equivalent).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Effective October 24, 2025, the University will not approve or move forward with any new faculty hires that require the filing of an H-1B petition who are foreign nationals residing outside the U.S. For all other aspects, we will continue to follow Fordham’s policy on Appointment of Nonimmigrant Faculty.
Position Term Length: 9 months
Anticipated Start Date: Sep 1, 2027
Salary Range or Pay Grade: $98,526 to $105,000